FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER – Drop off your unneeded and gently-used books, DVDs and magazines for re-sale in the library’s sales alcove or in the next book sale weekend. Your donations support library programs and materials. There’s a donation bin outside the north end of the library, 1212 Merkley Avenue, West Sacramento. Questions? Call 375-6465, ext. [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER – Check out a toy from the library! The toy library is available with safe, educational and fun toys, at the library, 1212 Merkley Avenue, West Sacramento. Hours are Tuesdays noon-2 p.m., Wednesdays 4-6 p.m. and Saturdays noon-2 at 1212 Merkley Avenue. You can be a member for $15/year. Sponsored by Child [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER — APRIL 10, 2013 – From Beth Gabor County of Yolo The Yolo County Library joins libraries in schools, campuses and communities nationwide in celebrating National Library Week, April 14-20, a time to highlight the value of libraries, librarians and library workers. As part of the celebration, each branch will conduct the [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER — MARCH 6, 2013 – The volunteers’ mission was to listen to second-grader Abby Saechin (center) practice her reading skills. The program runs Fridays 4-5 p.m., courtesy of the River City High School Interact Club and a local Rotary Club chapter. For information, or to sign up a youngster, call 375-6465. (Courtesy [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER – The West Sacramento Friends of the Library invite you to their spring book sale, scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat., March 16, and 10-3 on Sun., March 17. Hardbacks will go for $1, paperbacks 50 cents, children’s books 10-25 cents, and some items will be specially priced. It [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER – Students can practice for the SAT/ACT tests and get an analysis of their strengths and weaknesses. The event will be held at the library, 1212 Merkley Avenue, from noon to 4 p.m. on Sat., April 6, with results available at a session from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 18. Stop by [...]

FROM THE NEWS-LEDGER – The local library at 1212 Merkley Avenue is hosting an “open mic night” at 6:30 p.m. on Thurs., Jan. 24, Do you write stories or poetry? Sing, rap, or play an instrument? Drop in. Material should be appropriate for all ages. Copyright News-Ledger 2013